(13) Type SM hose menders repair hose up to and including ID's of 12". After cutting out the damaged hose portion, insert each end of the mender (shanks) into the remaining good ends of the hose. Secure the SM type mender with bands or DB double bolt clamps. Each end will accommodate two or more bands or two clamps for an economical and efficient return to service. Plated Steel.
Tapered Design restricts bending where coupling is secured to hose. Longer Length covers more surface area to reduce stress. Smooth Finish will not scratch equipment and gives better look to hose assembly. Friction Fit requires no adhesives or clamps to secure. Temperature range from - 40ºF to 212ºF; ideal for pressure washer service.
(7) Foot valves are used on the submersed end of the water suction hose to prevent the pump from losing it's prime when shut down. The foot valve stops the water from draining by a closing leather flapper gate. Each valve has a built in strainer that prevents debris from entering during operation. All sizes have NPS threads and complete valves are painted red.
(24) Used on the submersed end of suction hose to prevent debris from entering the pump during operation. All threads are NPS (trash strainers are square hole).
(13) For industrial utility and fire department applications, these adapters allow easy connections from hydrant to smaller size hose. Made of heavy duty cast brass with satin finish, all female ends are supplied with pin lug wrenching. All threads are V cut.
Other thread combinations and particular city/municipal hydrant threads are available in brass with minimal factory order.
(9) Made from cast brass with satin finish. Orifice tip sizes are standard. Special tip sizes and nozzle lengths are available in brass or aluminum with minimal factory order.
(6) Plastic nozzles are made of high impact bright red plastic with corrosion resistant metal parts. Brass nozzles are high quality heavy brass. These nozzles allow for straight stream or fog spray pattern in industrial, utility or commercial use.